Marketing Student Worker, Summer 2026 (Marketing Contributor and Photographer) (Student Wage)

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

About The Position

The Department of Recreation seeks social media contributors and photographers to work during the Summer 2026. Marketing Contributor: Area Specific Responsibilities: Represent the Department of Recreation at resource fairs, student activities, etc. Contribute dynamic content for various platforms to include social media, photography and video. Proofreading and strong writing skills Contribute consistently to Marketing Editorial Calendar by researching, writing and collaborating with student and professional staff. Participate in weekly marketing team meetings. Ability to competently, responsibly use social media to articulate specific information in multiple forums to a range of audiences. Strong writing skills for various platforms to include blog and social media platforms Work independently and dependably in deadline-driven environment Outgoing, social skills 8-10 hours per week; $15/hour starting rate Photographer: Area Specific Responsibilities: Work in a multimedia, deadline-driven environment. Take high quality photos of our program and facility events for promotional use in print and digital media. Most of the photos would be indoor and outdoor sports and recreation/fitness programs, taking place at various times of day and evening and/or weekends. Represent the department at student activities and events and post videos and photos to social media. Work samples are required. Ability to travel to various locations on and off Grounds. All photos taken using departmental and/or personal equipment are property of the Department of Recreation and may not be sold or used by any parties other than the University of Virginia and/or the Department of Recreation. Photographers may include them in their portfolio provided they are marked as “property of UVA Department of Recreation”. 4-6 hours per week; $15/hour starting rate MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current UVA student Experience: See job description above Licensure: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is a combination of physical and sedentary work involving travel to four recreation centers on Grounds, working special events where there may be large crowds, and extensive use of desktop computers, cameras and mobile devices The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.

Requirements

Current UVA student
See job description above

Responsibilities

Represent the Department of Recreation at resource fairs, student activities, etc.
Contribute dynamic content for various platforms to include social media, photography and video.
Proofreading and strong writing skills
Contribute consistently to Marketing Editorial Calendar by researching, writing and collaborating with student and professional staff.
Participate in weekly marketing team meetings.
Ability to competently, responsibly use social media to articulate specific information in multiple forums to a range of audiences.
Strong writing skills for various platforms to include blog and social media platforms
Work independently and dependably in deadline-driven environment
Outgoing, social skills
Work in a multimedia, deadline-driven environment.
Take high quality photos of our program and facility events for promotional use in print and digital media.
Most of the photos would be indoor and outdoor sports and recreation/fitness programs, taking place at various times of day and evening and/or weekends.
Represent the department at student activities and events and post videos and photos to social media.
Work samples are required.
Ability to travel to various locations on and off Grounds.
All photos taken using departmental and/or personal equipment are property of the Department of Recreation and may not be sold or used by any parties other than the University of Virginia and/or the Department of Recreation.
Photographers may include them in their portfolio provided they are marked as “property of UVA Department of Recreation”.